How many syllables in “missal”?
syllables in "missal"
Word details
Syllables
2
mis · sal
Letters
6
m · i · s · s · a · l
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “missal”
The word “missal” contains 2 syllables, divided as mis · sal. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "missal" have?
"missal" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "missal" into syllables?
"missal" is divided into syllables as: mis · sal.
What is the Scrabble score for "missal"?
The Scrabble score for "missal" is 8 points.
Using “missal” in writing
Two-syllable words like "missal" (mis · sal) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “missal” is worth 8 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “missal”
The letters in “missal” can be rearranged to spell one other word: salmis.